Ladder match

A ladder match is a professional wrestling match type where two or more opponents (or teams) compete in an attempt to be the first to retrieve an object suspended above the ring. Since the object is suspended beyond jumping height, ladders are provided by the promotion hosting the match. Ladders will typically be used to retrieve the object, as well as be used as weapons and as setups for spectacular bumps.

The object suspended above the ring will vary according to the story line of the match. Most common objects include championship belts or briefcases.